Charlotte FC defender Anton Walkes dead at 25

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Anton Walkes was in his first year with Charlotte FC after being selected by the club in the expansion draft. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)Charlotte FC defender Anton Walkes died Thursday. “Everyone at Tepper Sports & Entertainment is devastated by the tragic passing of Anton Walkes. “Anton made those around him better people in all areas of life and represented Charlotte FC to the highest standard both on and off the pitch. Charlotte FC said it would not provide further statements on the matter "out of respect to Anton’s friends and family."
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